20 Gorgeous Hair Color and Makeup Combinations For Spring


Updated 03/14/11 7:07 AM · Posted by · 7 comments

20 Gorgeous Hair Color and Makeup Combinations For Spring 2011

Most of us spend time thinking about our hair and makeup separately, but why not consider them together? Spring is just about here, and this year's hues are particularly bewitching, so I've assembled 20 lovely looks designed to bring out the best in your hair and eye color, and leave you looking fresh and flawless. Check them out and find your inspiration for the new season. Photo courtesy Greg Read more

Study Finds That Blondes Make $900 a Year More


Updated 01/06/11 6:04 PM · Posted by · 5 comments

Study Finds That Blondes Make More Than Brunettes

Is making more money one of your resolutions for 2011? Perhaps going blond is the answer, then. A recent study by British beauty and health retailer Superdrug found that blondes bring in over $900 more a year compared to redheads and brunettes. "The good news is that there is no difference for those with a natural hair color and those with dyed hair," said Superdrug's Simon Comins. The results, Read more

So You Want to Amp Up Your Dark Hair? Try These Two Tricks


Updated 11/30/10 5:23 AM · Posted by · 4 comments

How to Make Brown and Black Hair Color More Vibrant

Celebrity colorist Johnathan Gale, who counts stars like Jennifer Garner and Charlize Theron among his clientele, is an expert at taking those that sit in his chair from the ordinary to the extraordinary. And all this week, he's been sharing his tips on how we can revitalize our own hair color, from amping up your red to perking up your blond. Now, let's see what he has to say for those of us Read more

Paris Exhibit Explores Light vs. Dark


Updated 10/13/10 11:06 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Picture From Brune/Blonde at La Cinémathèque

An angel or a vixen? A Jackie or a Marilyn? Light and dark hair have played different roles throughout history, but filmmakers have been the major influencers for the last century. They create the icons who drive trends and fashion, and now a major exhibit at Paris's Cinémathèque is tackling it. Through Jan. 16, 50 films are being screened with mythological figures like Ophelia, Lilith, and Read more

Best of Bella: Sexy Dark Lips, Sparkly Golden Eyes, and More


Updated 10/03/10 6:05 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 0 comments

How to Do a Sexy Dark Lip, How to Wear Gold Eyeliner, the Hottest New Nail Polish Colors For Fall 2010, and More

Do these celebrities look better as “Betty” or “Veronica”? You decide. Wear 24-karat eyeliner in two ways. Nail it with this season's coolest enamel colors. Guess who has a star tattoo. Follow these easy tips on applying daytime blush. Try this trendy ombré hair color for everyday wear. Do you know your novels vs. perfumes? Get in Read more

Do You Prefer These Stars as Blondes or Brunettes?


Updated 09/28/10 7:32 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 1 comment

Pictures of Celebrities Who Have Colored Their Hair Both Blond and Brown 2010-09-28 10:01:03

In Hollywood, stars are known are known for their frequent trips to their colorists, who often take them from blond to brunette to red within the span of mere weeks. But when it comes to the blond bombshell style that's dominated for decades, some stars wear it well, while others look more fabulous in darker shades. Which of these five stars do blond better, and which look their hottest as Read more

We Give Ourselves Lady Gaga Hair — and Like It


Updated 09/23/10 8:00 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 0 comments

Review of Streekers Hair Color

Celebrities like Lady Gaga and Katy Perry have been going streaking lately — that's hair streaking, of course. So we tried the colorful look out ourselves with help from Streekers ($11), a temporary liquid hair color. Find out how this temporary hair color worked out for us in the gallery below: View 10 Photos ›Blond Bella BeforeThe ApplicationBut It's MessyShazam!Brush It OutPretty Read more

Want to Be a Sultry Brunette? Try One of These Colors


Updated 10/08/10 12:03 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 3 comments

How to Choose a Brunette Hair Color

Most of us, at one time or another, will get restless with our hair color. Depending on the shade you choose, though, it can be an extremely satisfying or a pretty traumatic experience — especially if you're doing the color at home. So to help you get a cool new brunette shade with ease, we've found some sweet hues for your hair and skin tones. To find out which one is right for you, just keep Read more

Eyebrow Beauty: Choosing the Right Shade For Brunettes


Updated 07/03/10 9:50 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 5 comments

How to Choose an Eyebrow Color If You're Brunette

When it comes to makeup, nothing finishes off your look quite like some well-groomed brows. We already know that blondes should go a shade or two darker when shaping and filling in their brows, but what about brunettes? Generally speaking, brown-haired women look best using a product in a shade or two lighter than their hair color. This way, the brows won't look too heavy or unnatural, and the Read more

Why Isn't There a Name For Black-Haired Beauties?


Updated 08/29/10 3:32 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 37 comments

Why Isn't There a Name For Black-Haired Beauties?

People with blond hair are called blondes. The same goes for brown-haired beauties, who are known as brunettes. If you have red hair, you're known as a redhead — whether it's copper, auburn, strawberry, or colored with reddish-violet undertones. Easy. But when it comes to those with raven locks, why isn't there an official name designated for those with the darkest strands? Is it simply that Read more